Two SCVH hospitals honored again for their substance use disorder care performance by California's Health and Human Services Agency and Cal Hospital Compare.

Santa Clara County opened "Recover Gilroy," an outpatient clinic for substance use disorders, offering assessments, counseling, and medication-assisted treatment for addiction. It serves Medi-Cal recipients and those with commercial insurance.

Santa Clara County warns of invasive Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, urging residents to eliminate standing water and report daytime bites to combat potential disease spread.

San Mateo County introduces Brixadi, a long-acting injection for opioid treatment in jails, to help reduce relapse risks and ensure continuity of care.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center's Level I Trauma Center saw a record 5,196 cases in 2024, the most in California, due to the closure of another local trauma center.

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare opens the COMPASS Clinic to provide comprehensive care for adults facing substance addiction, offering medical and psychosocial support.

San Mateo County plans to draft an ordinance banning the sale of nitrous oxide to curb youth substance abuse after ease of access and misuse concerns are raised.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center's Rehabilitation Center was ranked No. 7 in Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-2026, marking a significant achievement in healthcare excellence.

Topgolf in San Jose faced a raw sewage spill, leading to a health hazard and a temporary closure of affected sections after county inspection and permit suspension.

The Surfrider Foundation report shows high bacteria levels in California beaches, with Linda Mar Beach at 71%. Environmental advocacy groups are pushing for action and highlight the need for funding and awareness.

Santa Clara County completed the purchase of Regional Medical Center for $150 million, now integrating it into its public hospital system, with plans to restore critical health services.

San Mateo County officials reported a measles case linked to an international traveler in February, amid rising cases in California. No further local infections occurred, with reminders for vigilance and vaccination as travel increases.

Santa Clara County's Vector Control District plans an aerial mosquito control operation on March 20 in the Palo Alto flood basin to tackle larvae and prevent an infestation.